Title: Make Shimmering River Retreat your Maine Coastal getaway! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Make Shimmering River Retreat your Maine Coastal getaway! Riverfront vacation home with private pool and kitchen ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67460000/67450900/67450866/95405adf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67460000/67450900/67450866/c0af4808.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67460000/67450900/67450866/c792d02f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67460000/67450900/67450866/5f563b6f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67460000/67450900/67450866/33f597a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Shimmering River Retreat, a beautiful log cabin and coastal cottage on the Sheepscot River with a deep water dock. Relax in this spacious home featuring a game/theater room, fully equipped kitchen, huge deck and pool. The property includes private grounds for relaxation and exploration as well as ample parking for six vehicles. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 143000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Make Shimmering River Retreat your Maine Coastal getaway! Come see the lights at Coastal Mine Botanical Gardens in Boothbay for the holiday season. Beautiful Log Cabin and Coastal Cottage on the Sheepscot River with deep water dock available for your Maine Coast adventure! This newly appointed home is perfect for multiple families of relatives or friends to share and enjoy. The main house is a 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath log cabin with extensive deck and pool. A short walk away is a separate 2 story cottage with game room, kitchenette, and bunk room, creating the perfect separation of space for kids and adults or for separate families. Both structures are included in this listing. Newly renovated with all new furnishings, bedding and linens, and kitchenware. Shimmering River Retreat is perfect for 2-3 families (4 queen beds and 6 twin beds); whether it be extended family for a reunion or friends looking to spend time together. Adults and children will both enjoy everything the home has to offer. Come relax at this well appointed riverfront home on historic Westport Island. Spacious home with 200' of river frontage with floating deep water dock makes the perfect getaway. Private and secluded location with ample grounds for relaxation and exploration. The home comes with a fully equipped kitchen, game/theater room, huge deck and pool to enhance your vacation getaway. Home is located on the tidal Sheepscot River, providing excellent paddling and boating experiences. Minutes from historic Wiscassett, Bath, Boothbay Harbor, and Maine beaches and trails, as well as other local attractions makes this home a prime location for you vacation getaway. The main living area has a cathedral ceiling and large dining table with open kitchen, perfect for your family or friend gatherings. There are four bedrooms in the main house, 2 full baths, and a half bath with full laundry room. Amenities include linens and towels, washer/dryer, gas grill, Smart TV's, and wireless internet. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need for your vacation feasts, electric glass cooktop oven, microwave, refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, electric griddle, toaster, Keurig coffee maker, and blender. Large pennisula provides ample prep space. Large deck off the kitchen and a large gas grill provides amazing views of the river. Floating dock with swim ladder, boardwalk, and multiple kayaks and a canoe ensure you can have fun on the water. Dock can moor boats or jet skis and is equipped with shore power. Game room/Theater is separated from the main house and includes a bunk room that sleeps 4, and a futon that could accommodate more. The separate cottage ensures that the night owls wanting to stay up late and play don't disturb the early to bed crowd. Large Smart HDTV as well as ping pong table round out this large space made to entertain. Kitchenette with sink, refrigerator, and plenty of space helps make this a perfect hang out spot for all. Cottage includes a full bath with shower to help accommodate all of your guests. After Oct 31 the cottage will be winterized and no water will be available. A kerosene monitor heater is available to heat the space when occupied. Parking is available for six vehicles. Yard space is perfect for a game of catch, bocce, or kicking a ball around. The property is montitored by external security cameras during periods of non occupancy. There is one camera facing and covering every entrance (total of 4) and are only in use when the house is unoccupied. Property not available, or curious about the experience you may have? 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Please return all household items to where you found them; included but not limited to watercraft, pillows/blankets, furniture and kitchenware. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50 Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as House ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.95891%2C-69.67196&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=MvaD54Qo_t-BIPtqyM5Dnjv_QLs=) Westport Island, ME #### What's nearby - Monkey C Monkey Do - 8 min drive - 5.1 km - Wiscasset Historic District - 15 min drive - 11.5 km - Castle Tucker - 15 min drive - 11.5 km - Lincoln County Jail Museum - 15 min drive - 11.9 km - Waterfront Park - 17 min drive - 17.6 km #### Getting around - Brunswick Station - 29 min drive - Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 9 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬11 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive - ‪Jodie’s Cafe & Bakery - ‬10 min drive - ‪Bath Ale Works - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Make Shimmering River Retreat your Maine Coastal getaway! have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Make Shimmering River Retreat your Maine Coastal getaway! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Make Shimmering River Retreat your Maine Coastal getaway!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Make Shimmering River Retreat your Maine Coastal getaway!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Make Shimmering River Retreat your Maine Coastal getaway! located? > Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Monkey C Monkey Do, Castle Tucker, and Wiscasset Historic District. Long Ledge and Fort Edgecomb State Historical Site are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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